Jerica Kotarak
Lead Manufacturing Manager - Lean @GE HealthCare
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WORK HISTORY
Lead Manufacturing Manager - Lean @GE HealthCare
As a Lead Manufacturing Manager specializing in Lean methodologies, I led union employees in piloting a Kaizen Promotion Office (KPO) program that generated annual savings of $1 million in 2024. I have successfully managed projects across safety, quality, delivery, and cost improvement domains, while also enhancing machine uptime to ensure maximum production efficiency and reliability. Additionally, I have successfully led numerous Kaizen events, empowering teams to identify and eliminate inefficiencies and accelerating our continuous improvement initiatives.Since January 2025, I transitioned to the Maintenance, Facilities, and Materials team, where I work directly with both union and non-union employees. In this role, I collaborate with multiple suppliers on process improvement projects designed to reduce stockouts and optimize overall operations.My commitment to operational excellence is evidenced by my strategic leadership in driving productivity, cost savings, and performance improvements across diverse teams and processes.
EDUCATION
Milwaukee School of Engineering
Minor, Mathematics
Milwaukee School of Engineering
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biomedical Engineering
SKILLS
ABOUT JERICA KOTARAK
I hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering with a minor in Mathematics from the Milwaukee School of Engineering. Passionate about the healthcare industry, I am dedicated to enhancing system efficiency through continuous process improvement.Beyond my professional pursuits, I serve as a Captain in the Wisconsin Army National Guard, where I hold the role of Assistant Operations Officer. Additionally, I contribute to my alma mater as an Assistant Track and Field Jumps Coach at the Milwaukee School of Engineering.Outside of work, I find fulfillment in giving back to the community through volunteer efforts.
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